“What would you like to drink? From July 1, the Verdun bar Le Terrier launches an original initiative: an English-only table. The idea has been brewing in the mind of Prudence Belzuns for months.
The downtown establishment is open 7 days a week from 6pm to midnight, with customers and staff allocating space on the first day of the month to express themselves in the language of Shakespeare. Including when you should order drinks at the bar.
Asking tourists
“Feedback has been very positive,” says the company owner, who focuses on the events we participate in. “We started the idea after getting an English-speaking artist. It clearly highlighted our shortcomings,” she smiles. “It’s a great way to improve and create connections between people when listening to tourists who come to our city. If you want to progress to a good level of mindfulness, you have to practice well. Everyone can win,” he said.
A musician (and English speaker, of course) in the group Makoloko from Verdun, Prudence Pelsons campaigns to organize events where art, exchange and creation come together. In French as in English.
“Since it was reported English table We even have teachers who go around town and talk to consumers and lend a hand. Let us see with application whether this initiative is crowned with success and sustainable. It is up to the customers to decide. Good luck The Burrow!
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